SHARIng the love of ceramics!

The Den

Fred's Den is located in Farndon Fields, Market Harborough.

Here we offer Kiln Share, small workshops and clay play sessions.

Firing Service

We offer both bisque and glaze firings in our Nabertherm 45 litre kiln.

Our standard Bisque schedule is fired to 950°and Stoneware to 1200°

We will fire to your own specifications on request.

The kiln can be shared to reduce costs, but that will increase firing times depending on volume and availability of shared pieces.

Cost per full kiln fire £30

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Workshops

We run small courses, workshops and clay play sessions on a regular basis.

These are updated in quarterly cycles.

8 Week Beginners Course

7pm - 9.15pm

A comprehensive introduction to clay!

Discover the joy of creating with clay in our intimate 8-week Beginner's Pottery Journey. Perfect for aspiring ceramicists, this hands-on course guides you through essential pottery techniques while bringing four unique projects to life. From forming clay to glazing your final pieces, you'll develop fundamental skills in a supportive, creative environment. Each session builds your confidence as you explore different methods, ultimately creating lasting pieces you'll be proud to display. Small classes ensure personalized attention and maximum learning experience.

Join us as we transform raw clay into beautiful, functional art that tells your creative story.

For beginners aged 18+

£260 per person

Next Courses Start April 2025

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Equipment at the Den

We have everything you need to make pottery as easy as possible!

I started my pottery journey later in life and decided that I would use everything I could afford to make it as easy as possible! Obviously, use what you want and leave the rest (I'm no purist, but all are welcome in the Den).

I continually update the inventory, but here's where we are so far...

You will have access to all the usual tools plus:

For Handbuilding:

A range of MDF formas

A range of texture rollers and stamps for creating beautiful designs,

A range of hand-building templates (sold separately but free to use at the Den)

A slab roller (no rolling muscles required),

For Throwing:

A speedball opening thingy (consistent base depth forever),

A laser level (makes consistency a tad easier)

A Hartley & Noble Bat system (never ruin a pot removing it again), and

A Giffin Grip (trimming has never been easier!)

Training on some equipment may be necessary, but do not fear, I'll be on hand to assist! Using the equipment correctly is necessary to get the best of it as well as preserve its lifespan - therefore some training is mandatory prior to using it (eg the Hartley & Noble Bat System)

Thursday Evening Clay Play

7pm - 9.15pm

Come along and play with clay in the Den

For intermediate and advanced potters ages 18+

£24 per session

Book as you go or book a block

Includes use of the Den, all materials, tools,

equipment and firing

We have 1 wheel available on a

first dibs basis

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